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Journal of Clinical Orthodontics Features Fry Orthodontics’ Clinical Efficiency

The Journal of Clinical Orthodontics recently highlighted Fry Orthodontic Specialists' unique approach to practice management and patient treatment....

Fry Orthodontic Specialists Lee’s Summit Office has a New Location

Fry Orthodontics is excited to announce the opening of our new Lee’s Summit located in the Raintree North Shopping Center at 304 SW Greenwich Drive, Lee’s Summit, MO 64082. Our Lee’s Summit orthodontist office is near the intersection of highways 291 and 150. Meet the Fry Lee’s Summit Orthodontist Team...

Still sucking that thumb?? We can help!

It is estimated that 18% of children between the ages of 2-6 suck their thumb. Researchers have learned that thumb sucking occurs mostly in western culture, where kids generally begin to spend time away from their mothers at an early age. It calms and comforts the child when they need...

Drinking water throughout the day for your dental health

As a daily routine many of us stop and get a big fountain drink to sip on to get us through the day. Each time you take a sip of that soda you are bathing your teeth in sugar and acid from the drink. This repetitive dowsing of soda causes...

How Does Invisalign Work?

A popular choice for both teens and adults in Lee's Summit, Invisalign corrects minor orthodontic issues and improves oral health....

Can I use my Flex Account at work to pay for braces?

Many employers provide a tax-free option called a flex account or a health savings account. Although the details of each plan vary slightly, this can be a great way to pay for orthodontic treatment with pre-tax dollars. Make sure to be aware of the deadline for signing up for this...

What Happens when I finish my Invisalign Treatment?

Well the day is finally here and you have completed your Invisalign treatment…now what? First of all, the orthodontist will look at your teeth to see if your treatment is complete and that you have reached all the goals for moving the teeth into the proper alignment. They will remove...

CAN CHEWING GUM HELP ME WITH MY BRACES??

Whether you just got your braces on or you have had them for several months, you know the next day your mouth feels a little sore. The good news is that means your teeth are moving. So what causes that dull achy feeling? The answer to that is this…your teeth...

Heart health related to gum health

February was Heart Health Month, as seen by the Go Red Campaign. Every week there are more articles written about the correlation between good oral hygiene and keeping your heart healthy. So what does this all mean to me? And what can I do about it? Oral infection increases the...

Operational Efficiency Improves Time for Braces

Fry Orthodontics believes productivity begins with the operational efficiency of treatment systems. Learn more on the Dr. Jeremy's blog....

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